Reconciliation Manager, Senior

Buckland is looking for a Reconciliation Manager SeniorWhat youll be doingThe Senior Reconciliation Manager is responsible for managing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Value Reconciliation programs including Post Summary Corrections under 19 U.S.C. 1520(d) (520(d)). This role oversees the end-to-end preparation analysis and submission of reconciliation claims to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ensuring compliance with applicable regulations including 19 CFR 141.61 and 19 CFR Part position requires strong technical expertise in FTA eligibility valuation principles and reconciliation processes along with the ability to analyze data prepare filings and manage post-filing activities such as payments adjustments and documentation. The role also supports the development of SOPs KPIs and client individual will work directly with clients and internal teams to identify opportunities gather and assess required data and ensure accurate and timely claim submission and follow-up with CBP. The role requires strong analytical skills attention to detail independent execution and professional communication with clients suppliers and government representativesWhat we can offer youCompetitive salary benefits package and matching retirement planA friendly collaborative work environmentOpportunities for professional development & ongoing learningA chance to be part of a growing organizationYou will be responsible forManage end-to-end (cradle-to-grave) FTA and Value Reconciliation programs including data collection validation analysis and submission to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).Lead the preparation calculation and filing of reconciliation entries and Post Summary Corrections (PSC) under 19 U.S.C. 1520(d) (520(d)).Analyze FTA eligibility and valuation data including review of certificates of origin bills of material assists and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory CBP regulations including 19 CFR Part 181 and 19 CFR 141.61 to ensure accurate and compliant reconciliation timely follow-up with client contacts to obtain required documentation including import entry data payment details inventory records export data and bills of and reconcile import financial and operational data to support claim accuracy including variance analysis issue identification and with clients suppliers and internal stakeholders to gather review and assess documentation required to support reconciliation claims and audit and submit reconciliation claims through applicable systems (e.g. ACE) and manage all related follow-up activities with post-filing activities including tracking liquidations payments refunds and adjustments and resolving discrepancies with CBP and maintain and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions and compliance documentation; assist in drafting processes and creating reports as and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure timely filings accuracy and overall program third-party and company systems to organize track and manage workload in accordance with client and internal program opportunities and provide recommendations to clients to optimize duty savings improve data integrity and strengthen compliance strong client and vendor relationships through consistent professional communication and effective issue as an integral member of the Compliance team collaborating across functions to ensure successful project execution and alignment with regulatory in client meetings internal reviews and cross-functional initiatives to support program delivery and continuous training guidance and subject matter expertise to team members and clients as billing and invoicing processes associated with reconciliation ResponsibilitiesAbility to manage a group of 20 performance evaluations for direct reports. Hire and Terminate tasks to team with training and guidance of direct work volumes of direct team members conduct team meetings monitor attendance and work schedulesWhat we need from youHigh school diploma or equivalentCollege degree (preferred)LCB (preferred)Minimum of 5 years of FTA and Value Reconciliation experience (preferred)Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with strong Excel Access and/or preferably Power BI skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsSolid analytical skills with an emphasis on accuracyStrong team player with ability to work independentlyMust be legally eligible to work for the Company at all Passport and ability and desire to occasionally travel if required to other offices locations in CND/USA/MX